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John: John 20:24-31 Pastor Richard Holdeman The gospel of John was written to increase your faith in and love for Jesus, so take it in and rejoice in the eternal life that Jesus gives.

"Where are You in Christ's Parable of Sowing the Seed of the Word" Luke 8:1-16 Rev. David Cummings Sunday 6:00PM 10-11-2026 https://gracechurchpca.org.

John 6:24 "when the people therefore saw that Jesus was not there, neither his disciples, they also took shipping, and came to Capernaum, seeking for Jesus." This sermon examines the distinction between seeking Jesus for material benefit and seeking Him for spiritual salvation, using the crowd's pursuit of Christ in John 6 as a primary example. The speaker argues that the multitude sought Jesus only because they were physically fed, illustrating a 'wrong kind of seeking' that prioritises temporal, perishable things over eternal realities. In contrast, the 'right kind of seeking' involves recognising one's sinfulness and turning to Christ as the Bread of Life, who offers everlasting life through His sacrificial death. The message urges listeners to reorient their priorities away from wealth and status toward the urgent need for soul salvation. It concludes with a direct appeal to unsaved individuals to repent and trust in Christ alone for forgiveness and eternal life.

This sermon explores the theological significance of ordinary life within the context of the Christian pilgrimage, arguing that daily tasks such as work, protection, and parenting are not merely mundane but are sacred vocations. By examining Psalm 127, the message highlights that human labor is inherently vain and futile unless it is performed in dependence on God and for His glory, contrasting the anxiety of the fallen world with the peace found in divine partnership. The exposition connects this principle to the resurrection of Christ, asserting that because believers are raised with Him, their everyday efforts possess eternal significance and are never in vain. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, challenging the notion that spiritual life requires radical, extraordinary actions, and instead affirming that faithful, ordinary living is the primary arena for glorifying God. Ultimately, the sermon invites believers to find joy and purpose in their daily routines, trusting that their labor is seen and valued by a God who delights in their faithfulness.